Refrigeration Journeyman - HVAC Specialist

CIMCO Refrigeration Inc.; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive union benefits

Pay scale with growth opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

CIMCO Refrigeration Inc. in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a seasoned HVAC/Refrigeration professional with a Gasfitter – B Ticket and 10+ years of Journeyman experience to lead and grow our commercial department.

You will perform field service, installations, maintenance, and repairs of complex systems, while collaborating with sales and subcontractors. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, customer relationship building, and adherence to safety.

Qualifications

• Gasfitter – B Ticket with the ability to pull permits as needed.
• 10+ years of Journeyman experience.
• Diverse HVAC and Refrigeration background with experience in large and small air handling units, refrigeration systems, dehumidifiers, boilers, hydronic systems, chillers, ice machines.
• Ability to diagnose and install electrical and controls specific to refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
• Experience interacting with DDC, PLC, and BMS automation systems.
• Self-sufficient and able to generate new work and leads.
• Strong administrative skills including Microsoft 365, tablet-based paperwork, and professional emails.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and expansion of our commercial and HVAC team.
• Perform field services to install, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Conduct contract maintenance visits, inspections, site assessments, and respond to service requests.
• Attend bid meetings, providing insights for sales to complete bid/tender packages.
• Collaborate with sub-contractors to execute work and provide info for sales estimates.
• Communicate with customers to recommend upgrades or repairs.
• Generate new work and leads and assist sales in pursuing opportunities.
• Partner with sales to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with customers, vendors and co-workers.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces and submit paperwork accurately and on time.
• Utilize advanced software and a variety of hand tools and rigging equipment for diagnostics and repairs.
• Ensure safety standards and asset security are maintained.
• Work as part of a team delivering high standards of service.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation with overtime/weekend flexibility.

Skills

Gasfitter – B Ticket

Journeyman experience

DDC/PLC/BMS automation

Microsoft 365 / tablet paperwork

Generate new work / leads

Education

Journeyman HVAC/R certification

Tools

Hand tools

Rigging equipment

Tablets for paperwork

Job description

Job Category: Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: REFRI010602

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $44.80 CAD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Winnipeg, MB R3H1H6, CAN

Description

What We Are Looking For:

• A professional eager to help build and develop an HVAC and Commercial refrigeration department
• An enthusiastic collaborator ready to contribute and grow with the department
• A proactive individual who pays attention to detail and can quickly solve technical problems
• An entrepreneurial attitude towards work and customer relationships

Role Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and expansion of our commercial and HVAC team
• Perform field services to install, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems
• Conduct contract maintenance visits, inspections, site assessments, and respond to service requests
• Attend bid meetings, providing valuable insights and assistance for sales to complete bid/tender packages
• Collaborate with sub-contractors to execute work and provide accurate information for sales estimates
• Communicate effectively with customers to recommend necessary upgrades or repairs
• Demonstrate self-sufficiency by generating new work and leads for sales follow-up
• Partner closely with the sales team to identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective communication
• Maintain a professional appearance and ensure that all workspaces, including vehicles and equipment, are clean and well-organized
• Complete and submit all required paperwork accurately and on time
• Utilize advanced software and technology, along with a variety of hand tools and rigging equipment, to diagnose and repair equipment
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety standards and regulations, maintaining security and accountability of company-issued assets
• Work as part of a team dedicated to delivering the highest standard of service
• Participate in the on-call rotation for 24/7 service coverage, with flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Competitive Union Benefits and Pay Scale
• Dynamic work environment with opportunities to gain experience in all areas of the refrigeration industry
• Professional development opportunities and training
• Clear pathways for career growth
• Dedicated and supportive team
• Access to an in‑house automation and engineering team for design and troubleshooting support

Required Professional Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications:

• Gasfitter – B Ticket, with the ability to pull permits as needed
• 10+ years of Journeyman experience
• Diverse HVAC and Refrigeration background with experience in:
  • Large and small air handling units
  • Refrigeration systems (Racks, Condensing units, self-contains)
    • Dehumidifiers (mechanical and desiccant)
    • Boilers (natural draft, forced air, and high efficiency)
    • Hydronic systems (heat pumps, heat recovery loops, etc.)
    • Chillers (screws)
    • Ice machines
  • Ability to diagnose and install electrical and controls specific to refrigeration and HVAC equipment
  • Experience interacting with DDC, PLC, and BMS automation systems
  • Self-sufficient and able to generate new work and leads
  • Professional and presentable
  • Strong administrative skills, including:
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 software
  • Familiarity with tablet-based paperwork and documentation
  • Properly filling out paperwork and ability to write professional emails
  • Providing detailed information for sales follow-up when needed
  • Physical ability to complete all required job tasks.
  • Valid driver's license

Additional Desired Qualifications (not required):

• 15+ years of Journeyman experience
• CO2 refrigeration experience (Trans‑critical, Sub‑Critical, and Cascade)
• Experience with centrifugal chillers
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems (industrial and recreational)
• Estimating and Sales Experience

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join our team! This is an existing vacancy that we are actively looking to fill.

Company Profile

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems.

For more than 100 years, CIMCO’s leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs.

Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state‑of‑the‑art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges.

We offer our employees excellent compensation, medical and dental benefit programs, retirement savings options, career development opportunities, mentoring and continuing education.

CIMCO is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

Together, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and perspective, as we combine our unique skills and capabilities to drive successful outcomes for all stakeholders.

As an equal opportunity employer, CIMCO provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process.

Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that our hiring processeswillinvolve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening, assessing, or selecting candidates; all final decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws.